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tool-rename-deprecation

Ensure renamed built-in tool references preserve backward compatibility. Use when renaming a toolReferenceName, tool set referenceName, or any tool identifier. Run on ANY change to tool registration code. Covers legacyToolReferenceFullNames for tools and legacyFullNames for tool sets.

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Updated 2/19/2026
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Installation and usage

Ensure renamed built-in tool references preserve backward compatibility. Use when renaming a toolReferenceName, tool set referenceName, or any tool identifier. Run on ANY change to tool registration code. Covers legacyToolReferenceFullNames for tools and legacyFullNames for tool sets.

Installation
$ install --globalskills.sh
Usage

Once installed, you can use this skill by running the following command in your terminal:

skills use tool-rename-deprecation